Summary

Dr. Laura Johnston is a hematologist with 44 years of experience treating blood disorders and cancers. They earned their medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed residency training at Aultman Hospital. Dr. Johnston's extensive career has provided them with deep expertise in diagnosing and managing complex blood conditions. They communicate with patients in English.

Dr. Johnston practices at Stanford Hospital in Palo Alto, California. They specialize in treating serious blood cancers including multiple myeloma and acute myeloid leukemia. Dr. Johnston also provides care for patients with advanced cancer. They regularly performs blood tests such as complete blood counts and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor patient health. Patients give Dr. Johnston an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.

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Office Location

Dr. Laura Johnston

900 Blake Wilbur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 44 years of experience
  • 54 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Aultman Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Johnston

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Johnston has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Johnston has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Aplastic Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplantation
  • Chronic BCR-ABL Positive Myelogenous Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Graft vs Host Disease
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin Disease
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders
  • Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
  • Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Aultman Hospital

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1989
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MEDICAL SCHOOLGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Laura Johnston accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Johnston affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Johnston is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Laura Johnston speak?
Dr. Laura Johnston speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Johnston?
You can find contact information for Dr. Laura Johnston here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Laura Johnston accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laura Johnston accepts on their Vitals profile.

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